This visa also is known as the Type-C Schengen visa, is the visa given to travelers who have short term reasons for going into the Netherlands. Those going to the Netherlands are issued a Schengen visa because the Netherlands is a part of the European Schengen countries. This visa is issued to travelers who intend to visit the Netherlands for purposes such as tourism, visiting family, signing contracts and attending conferences. This visa allows the holder to remain in the Netherlands for a maximum period of three months (90 days) within six months (180 days) from the entry date into the Schengen area. Note that this visa also allows entry into all other Schengen Member States. This visa may be issued in three different kinds of entries: the single-entry, double-entry and multiple-entry visas. All entry visas are valid for 180 days. Schengen visa applications must be lodged at a Netherlands embassy. Visa applications should be downloaded and must be in writing, giving all details required on the Visa Application Form. The application form must be completed and signed by the applicant before submission. You are required to add a letter of invitation from the person you are going to visit if the purpose is to visit a friend or relative or hotel reservations spanning the duration of your stay in the Netherlands. For minors traveling alone, the application form must be signed by the parents/legal guardians and a consent form should be attached. A consent form is also required from the non-traveling parent if the minor is traveling with only one of the parents. The minor's birth certificate should be attached to the documents. All documents must be written in Dutch, English, French or Spanish. If you intend to work or study with this visa, it will not be possible. All applicants are expected to have sufficient funds for the duration of their trip. This should be a minimum of 34 euros per day. A recent bank statement, payslip or salary cheque is required as proof of sufficient funds. Those visiting friends and families are to submit an invitation letter from their host. The letter should state the relationship between the applicant and host, place(s) to visit during the trip and contact details of the host. Tourists are required to have a reservation with a tour agency that will cover their transportation and accommodation for the duration of the trip. Employed individuals should have a letter from their current employer stating that they are on official leave and would return to their job after the trip. Students traveling should present a letter of good conduct from an authority in their school. The letter should also mention that the student obtained the necessary permission to travel. Receiving medical treatment is possible with this visa, however, you would need to submit a referral letter from your doctor in India and an appointment letter from the Netherlands. Applicants are to have medical health insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros valid through the Schengen area and for the duration of the trip. A cover letter introducing the applicant and stating the exact purpose of the visit is required. Tourists and visitors are expected to abide by all the rules of the country during their visit.